Senior Lead Software Engineer
H-1B Salary Data · 135 certified filings
$172,157Avg. Salary
$100,000Minimum
$260,000Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Senior Lead Software Engineer is $172,157 — 42% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 135 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Senior Lead Software Engineer?
The average H-1B salary for Senior Lead Software Engineer is $172,157 based on 135 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $100,000 to $260,000.
$172,157
Average
$100,000
Minimum
$260,000
Maximum
135
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Senior Lead Software Engineer
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Capital One Services, LLC | $181,338 | 98 |
| BROADRIDGE FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS, INC. | $139,870 | 9 |
| Impetus Technologies, Inc. | $130,425 | 4 |
| Infinite Computer Solutions, Inc. | $145,000 | 4 |
| ADP Technology Services, Inc. | $124,481 | 3 |
Section 2
Senior Lead Software Engineer Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Mclean, VA | $194,417 | 30 |
| Chicago, IL | $176,355 | 8 |
| Richmond, VA | $175,120 | 24 |
| Plano, TX | $169,180 | 24 |
| Alpharetta, GA | $141,500 | 5 |
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Section 3
Pay for this role varies by DOL wage level — see the H-1B wage levels I–IV explained with prevailing wage data per level.
Source: US Department of Labor LCA Disclosure Data. Category: Engineering. Updated: Q1 FY2025.